Question

use source 1 and source 4 to answer the question.
which statements best explain how the louisiana purchase affected the united state
select the two correct answers.
a it increased u.s. trade with countries in asia.
b it provided direct access to the pacific ocean.
c it established u.s. control of the mississippi river.
d it led to westward expansion of the united states.
e it created unity among the people of north america.
f it started a war between the united states and france

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: The Louisiana Purchase was about acquiring land in North America, not directly increasing trade with Asia. Eliminate A.
• Option B: The Louisiana Purchase gave land west of the Mississippi, but direct Pacific access came later (e.g., Oregon Treaty). Eliminate B.
• Option C: The purchase included the Mississippi River basin, establishing U.S. control over the river for trade and transportation. This is correct.
• Option D: The large land acquisition (from France) opened vast territories for settlement, driving westward expansion. This is correct.
• Option E: The purchase didn't create unity across all North America (e.g., tensions with Native Americans, Canada existed). Eliminate E.
• Option F: The purchase was a peaceful transaction, not a war with France. Eliminate F.

Answer:

C. It established U.S. control of the Mississippi River.
D. It led to westward expansion of the United States.